1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
